Class / Patent application number | Description | Number of patent applications / Date published |
602061000 | For a particular body portion | 74 |
20090105626 | PROTECTIVE PAD FOR USE WITH AN ORTHOPEDIC BRACE - A conformable pad ( | 04-23-2009 |
20090192432 | ABDOMINAL BINDER WITH IMPROVED DRAINAGE BULB HOLDING SYSTEM - An improved abdominal binder is provided. The abdominal binder can include at least one external securing mechanism for holding a drainage bulb. In one embodiment, the securing mechanism can include one or more strips of hook or loop type material. In another embodiment, an improved abdominal binder that can support multiple drainage bulbs externally of the abdominal binder is provided. The improved abdominal binder can further include one or more openings to receive a drainage tube of a bulb held external to the abdominal binder. | 07-30-2009 |
20090234265 | Compression Adjustable Fabric and Garments - A compression adjustable fabric and/or garment, system, and/or method can include a compression element (a) integrated into a fabric structure, (b) having a compressive pressure capability independent from compressive pressure capabilities inherent in the fabric structure, and (c) adjustable to provide various compressive pressures. In such a garment, the compressive pressure provided by the garment can be adjusted in all or part of the garment while the garment is being worn. The compressive pressures in different parts of the garment may be independently adjustable. The compression element can further comprise an inflatable tube and/or an electrically stimulatable yarn. The compression element can be integrated into the fabric structure by being knit into, or laid in, the fabric structure. | 09-17-2009 |
20090299258 | ABSORBING MEDICAL BINDER SYSTEM AND METHOD - Provided is a method and system for bandaging an abdominal region of a patient. A method includes providing an abdominal binder and securing the abdominal binder about the abdominal region of a patient. The abdominal binder has an inner layer including an absorbent pad configured to contact and extend about at least a majority of the circumference of the abdominal region of a patient, and configured to absorb post-procedure fluids during use, and an outer layer including an elastic sheet of material for surrounding at least a portion of the inner layer and providing a compressive force to retain at least a majority of the inner layer against the abdominal region of the patient during use. The outer layer is about 70 to 130% of the size of the inner layer when the outer layer is provided in an unbiased state. The inner layer and the outer layer are coupled to one another at or near a first end of the inner layer and a first end of the outer layer, and a second end of the inner layer and a second end of the outer layer are configured to allow movement relative to one another. | 12-03-2009 |
20100210988 | SUPPORT DRESSING - A support dressing comprises a conformable material that is capable of conforming to a body part when secured thereto; an adhesive for releasably securing the dressing to said body part; and at least one resilient component that has greater stiffness than the flexible material. It is particularly useful in preventing or reducing undesired torsion, especially of the lower back. | 08-19-2010 |
20100234785 | MEDICAL DEVICE FOR AN ATHLETE'S DIGITS - A medical device comprising a sheath that fits around at least a portion of the circumference of a finger, optionally comprising a pouch for retaining an insert, for supporting and protecting the finger. | 09-16-2010 |
20120029407 | COMPRESSION GARMENT - A compression garment, for example a pair of compression shorts ( | 02-02-2012 |
20120123313 | Apparatus, Composition, and Method to Treat Amblyopia - An ophthalmological device, comprising an eye patch, a photovoltaic, and a battery, wherein said photovoltaic is interconnected to said battery. | 05-17-2012 |
20160151195 | Umbilical Splint and Method of Use | 06-02-2016 |
20170232141 | BIMODAL TREATMENT METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS FOR GASTROINTESTINAL LESIONS WITH ACTIVE BLEEDING | 08-17-2017 |
602062000 | Arm or leg | 47 |
20080255494 | Sleeves for Accommodating a Circulation Enhancement Device - A sleeve for use with a circulation enhancement device, including a first layer that is adapted to substantially encircle a user's limb, a second layer that is adapted to interface the circulation enhancement device, a connection between the first layer and the second layer at a preset position; and wherein the second layer is adapted to be attached to various position along the circumference of the first layer and at least partially encircle the first layer. | 10-16-2008 |
20090182257 | Elastic Bandage for Horses' Legs and Method of Making Same - An elastic bandage for horses' legs particularly suitable for protecting horses' legs without limiting their movement and without preventing transpiration. The application of the bandage does not cause rubbing or abrasion of the horses' legs. | 07-16-2009 |
20100049111 | Device to Alleviate the Symptoms of Restless Leg Syndrome, Restless Arms Syndrome, and Foot and Leg Cramps - A flexible foot relief pad that is wrapped about and secured to the individual's foot in order to relieve the symptoms of restless leg syndrome, restless arms, and foot and leg cramps includes a pliable cloth, wrap having a foot engaging portion joined to a securing portion by a fold, with the foot engaging portion enclosing a cavity for holding therein a layered raised pressure application pad that applies pressure to select areas of the inner side and sole of the foot with the layered pad configured so that a portion of the pad extends transverse to the sole of the foot and a raised portion extends along the inner side of the foot for applying pressure to the specific muscle groups involved in restless leg syndrome. The flexible foot relief pad also includes adjustable securement members that wrap around and encompass both the foot and the relief pad for securing the pad to the foot, and the point of attachment for each securement member is adjustable thereby providing for the even application of pressure against the specific areas of the sole of the foot or for varying the amount of pressure applied to such areas on the sole of the foot. | 02-25-2010 |
20100049112 | CUTANEOUS PROPRIORECEPTIVE ACTIVATION GARMENT SYSTEM - An appliance for application to the human body for injury prevention, rehabilitation, support, to enhance strength, and to improve posture. The claimed invention may provide an applicator of a relatively elastic material having a first portion for attachment to a first insertion point of a muscle and a second portion for attachment to a second insertion point of the muscle to provide support to the injured muscle. Alternatively, the claimed invention may provide a central portion for attachment to an injured area and any number of extension portions for attachment to the surrounding tissue. | 02-25-2010 |
20100130903 | Compression Garments - A compression garment includes a plurality of fabric segments having differing elastic properties arranged to provide the garment with regions of differential compression. The fabric segments define an inner surface of the garment. the inner surface includes at least one region of pile or raised fibers for increased thermal insulation. | 05-27-2010 |
20100137776 | Compression or support stocking - The invention relates to a compression or support stocking to encase a human leg, comprising a first understocking and a first overstocking, each with a leg section and a foot section, which can be worn over each other, wherein the understocking has a continuous pressure progression in the area between measuring points B and B | 06-03-2010 |
20100168636 | COMPRESSION DEVICE - The invention relates to a compression device and particularly a compression device provided with fastening means to provide an adjustability of the circumference enabling controllable compression of the device. In particular, present invention relates to a compression device or legging with fastening means comprising a tongue with multiple zip fasteners. | 07-01-2010 |
20100312160 | CUSTOMIZABLE THERAPEUTIC COMPRESSION GARMENT AND METHOD - Provided is a therapeutic compression apparatus that includes a compression material. In one example, the apparatus includes a large surface area of a single sheet of compression material. The apparatus may include indicia that allow it to be trimmed to fit a patient. | 12-09-2010 |
20110004140 | Equine wrap - An improved equine wrap comprises a bandage/wrap material, a clue-mark, and an improved fastener. The bandage/wrap material can be any suitable material used, or yet to be used, in the art. Examples include neoprene, elastic bandages known as “Ace bandages,” etc. The present invention provides a clue-mark on the initiating end of a wrap in order to assist the wrapper in applying the wrap in the correct direction. The wrapper need only determine whether the leg to be wrapped is a right leg or a left leg and then follow the instructions given by the clue-mark. The improved fastener comprises a double-sided tab and a double-sided attachment point. Therefore, after application of the wrap, the improved fastener can be utilized regardless of which side of the wrap the wrapper initially chose to face outwards. | 01-06-2011 |
20110009793 | Garment with Adjustable Compression - An adjustable compression garment comprises a first fabric portion that is moveable relative to a second fabric portion. At least the first fabric portion is comprised of a stretchable material that provides a degree of compression to a human body. A fastening arrangement includes a first fastener device connected to the first fabric portion and a second fastening device connected to the second fabric portion. The fastening device provides an adjustable connection between first fabric portion and the second fabric portion. The fastening device is configured such that the degree of compression provided by the first fabric portion may be increased without disconnecting the first fastener device from the second fastener device. | 01-13-2011 |
20110040227 | Wrap Apparatus and Method of Wrapping a Body Part with a Wrap Apparatus - A wrap apparatus and method of wrapping a body part with a wrap apparatus includes an elongated elastic fabric material having a first end, a second end and a middle portion located between the first end and second end. A loop is integral with the first end of the elongated elastic fabric material. A retention device is located proximate to the second end of the elongated elastic fabric material, wherein the retention device is removably fixable to the middle portion of the elongated elastic fabric material. | 02-17-2011 |
20110054376 | METHOD AND COMPRESSION HOSE FOR RELIEVING HEEL PRESSURE - A compression hose adapted to be worn to cover at least the calf and foot of a leg of an individual, and a method for medically treating the individual with the compression hose. The compression hose includes connected leg and foot portions formed of an elastic fabric material and adapted to cover, respectively, the calf and foot of the individual. A heel opening is located between the leg and foot portions so as to be located in the compression hose to coincide with the heel of the leg of the individual. The heel opening has a perimeter defined by a stitch that limits stretching and expansion of the heel opening relative to stretching and expansion of the leg and foot portions of the compression hose. | 03-03-2011 |
20110201985 | Veterinary Dressing Sock - A veterinary dressing sock for positioning and holding a medical dressing on a wound site located on the foot of a pet providing both protection for the foot as well as breathability and moisture control at the wound site. | 08-18-2011 |
20120022422 | VENOUS CLOSURE CATHETER AND METHOD FOR SCLEROTHERAPY - A venous closure catheter is disclosed for performing sclerotherapy which includes an elongated catheter body having opposed proximal and distal end portions, a fluid delivery lumen and a guidewire lumen. A plurality of discharge apertures are associated with the distal end portion of the catheter body and communicate with the fluid delivery lumen for delivering a sclerosing solution into the saphenous vein. A circumferential flange is positioned on an exterior surface of the catheter body proximal to the discharge apertures, which has a plurality of projections formed thereon for traumatizing the inner wall of the saphenous vein upon removal of the catheter body therefrom to promote closure of saphenous vein after sclerotherapy. A compression apparatus is disclosed for providing therapeutic pressure subsequent to sclerotherapy. The compression apparatus includes first and second wraps for providing compression of an upper leg, and the lower leg and foot, respectively. | 01-26-2012 |
20120310134 | LIGAMENT WRAP FOR HORSES - The present invention is a horse ligament wrap with a perimeter that includes a front wrap made of washable quilted fabric, a back wrap made of washable quilted fabric and a piece of vinyl fabric with a front side and a back side that is placed between the front wrap and the back wrap The horse ligament wrap also includes a securing tab that secures the horse ligament wrap around a horse's injured area and a plurality of stitching securing the front wrap, the back wrap and the vinyl fabric together forming the ligament wrap. The horse ligament wrap is also used in combination with a liniment to work as a sweat. | 12-06-2012 |
20130123679 | WOUND AND BANDAGE PROTECTION SYSTEM AND METHOD - Wound/bandage protectors configured as a wrap, a sock/mitten, which may be made out of stretchable material. The wrap may have one or more fastening straps as well as possibly a first catch fastening surface. The sock/mitten may have a fastening strap and a sheath. The wrap, the sock/mitten, and the bandages may have apertures and aperture covers. The wrap may have one or more fastening straps as well as possibly a first catch fastening surface and an accessory holder. The sock/mitten may have a fastening strap and a sheath. The strap may be attached to an internal side of a body of the sock/mitten and extend out a slit. The internal portion of the strap having a non-slip grip surface and the external portion of the strip configured to fasten to the body or to the strap itself. | 05-16-2013 |
20140024990 | COMPRESSION ORTHOSIS - A compression orthosis for a lower limb includes a compression knit having at least one honeycomb area defined by a knit comprising a first type of mesh interconnecting elastic knitting yarns, non-elastic knitting yarns and elastic weft threads, and a second type of mesh. The structure is defined by elastic knitting yarns having meshes extending over at least two rows. The elastic weft yarns have floats of at least two needles, and the non-elastic knitting yarns have floats of at least one needle. | 01-23-2014 |
20150366720 | COMPRESSION DEVICE - The disclosed compression device comprises a sleeve with straps for applying compression to a limb. The sleeve is provided with a plurality of rings in series releasably or fixedly attached by a strap. At least a portion of said strap is expandable. When the expandable portion is in its non-expanded state there is exteriorly a loop of material rising outwardly and when, in use under the provision of tension in the transverse direction of the sleeve, the expandable portion expands in the transverse direction and the loop flattens. The device further comprises a plurality of strip-shaped mechanical fastening tabs, wherein a single tab is provided for each ring. The tabs and rings are configured and arranged such that, in use, the tabs are passed through the rings, turned back on themselves such that the first lateral side edge of the sleeve is drawn towards the rings and then fastened so that the sleeve is tightened and restrained about the limb of the user. | 12-24-2015 |
20160000612 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR APPLYING PRESSURE TO A MAMMALIAN LIMB - A therapeutic pressure band for applying pressure across a muscle or muscle groups on a mammalian limb is described. The band is particularly well suited for treating “shin splints.” The band includes a plurality of straps that are connected together via a connecting material. Ends of each of the straps have adjustable fasteners for securing and tightening the band around a limb. The band also possesses a plurality of pressure members (e.g., elongated rubber tubes) that apply separate and discrete areas or points of pressure in a line across a muscle, tendon, bone, or muscle group and generally perpendicular to a longitudinal axis of the limb. | 01-07-2016 |
20160008178 | COMPRESSION DEVICE | 01-14-2016 |
20160038326 | NOVEL COMPRESSION BAND - The present invention relates to a compression band intended for being wound around a lower or upper limb, Specifically, the band includes at least one first ( | 02-11-2016 |
602063000 | Tubular | 18 |
20080249454 | COMPRESSION SOCK - A novel stocking is disclosed having an advantageous combination of static and graduated compression regions to provide beneficial circulation for individuals having compromised circulation and for athletes. Because the stockings compression is graduated to generally comply with muscle contours, the stockings can be easily placed on the foot and removed and substantially improve the circulation of those with a variety of circulatory problems. During exercise, improved circulation facilitates the removal of metabolites such as carbon dioxide and lactic acid from muscle tissue in the leg and increases oxygenation of the same muscle tissue. The novel stockings are constructed from a novel knit fabric comprising a taut elastic material providing sufficient stretch to allow the stockings to be easily placed on a foot. The elastic material is further responsible for static and/or graduated compression in selected regions of a stocking. The second material can be elastic or non-elastic and is incorporated in to the knit material in a relaxed state to allow movement in a stretching direction without the second material being substantially stretched. A method for producing the novel stocking is also provided. | 10-09-2008 |
20080262403 | SLEEVE WITH LINING LAYER FOR BODY PART PROTECTION OR CARE - A protective sleeve is provided for the care of fingers, toes or other parts of the body. The sleeve is made of a piece of fabric, preferably including thermoplastic fibers. The piece of fabric includes opposite edges which are assembled to form the body of the sleeve. At least one lining layer, preferably of viscoelastic gel, is fixed onto a face of the piece of fabric, such that the layer at least partially covers the assembled edges of the piece of fabric. | 10-23-2008 |
20090137938 | Compressive Garment for Therapeutic Support of the Venous System - A compression garment is designed to be worn like a sock to prevent and treat varicose veins. The garment has a resiliency that provides compressive support to the wearers venous structures during periods of raised venous pressure, and has a compliance that allows venous blood to flow back to the heart. Compressive support is provided in either the foot, calf area, or thigh area, or combinations thereof. The garment includes one or more holes to allow the wearer's heel or toes to be exposed outside of the garment such that the wearer is able to dissipate sufficient body heat and remain comfortable during long periods of wearing the garment. The garment can also include a perforated region having a plurality or relatively vent holes. | 05-28-2009 |
20100049113 | COMPRESSION DEVICE FOR USE AFTER VENOUS SURGERY OR ENDOVENOUS TREATMENT OF A LOWER LIMB - A compression device for use after venous surgery or endovenous treatment, the device comprising a sleeve ( | 02-25-2010 |
20100056973 | Therapeutic Compression Garments - A therapeutic compression apparatus includes a liner having a tubular body portion with a proximal opening for receiving a limb of a patient. The tubular body portion includes an inside region with an inside circumference that is sized to extend about and in contact with the limb. The inside circumference is substantially identical to a circumference of the limb at a respective area of contact. The tubular body portion includes an outside region having an outside circumference that varies from the inside circumference at respective cross-sections through the tubular body, such that a first function of a ratio of the difference between the inside circumference and the outside circumference at a respective cross-section through the tubular body, divided by the inside circumference at said respective cross-section, and a second function of the inside circumference at said respective cross-section determines, in part, a pressure exerted on the limb at said cross-section when compression is applied by said therapeutic compression apparatus. | 03-04-2010 |
20100081984 | Garment with Silicone Transpiring Band and Method for Making the Same - The invention relates to a garment, such as a sock, a short sock, an ankle sock having a fabric portion suitable to be worn on a body part, such as a limb, and at least one silicone band on an area of said fabric portion, such as having an anti-slip function, wherein a plurality of transpiring through openings is formed in said silicone band. | 04-01-2010 |
20100100024 | Anti-slip Mechanism, Garment, and Methods - An anti-slip garment can include a body and an anti-slip portion integrally formed with the body. The anti-slip portion can include a gripping ink composition applied on the inner surface of the anti-slip portion. In this way, when the garment is worn, the gripping ink frictionally engages a wearer's skin sufficiently to maintain the garment in a desired position on the wearer. In certain embodiments, the gripping ink can comprise a compound comprising silica in a ratio of about 1% to about 5% by weight. In such a garment, the risk of constriction due to elasticity in an area underlying the anti-slip portion can be prevented in the event swelling occurs or increases while the garment is being worn. | 04-22-2010 |
20100106070 | Joint bandage - The invention relates to a joint bandage having a tubular base body made of an elastic textile material with an insert in the area of the bend in the joint, such that the elasticity of the insert is greater than that of the base body, and two areas of differing elasticity are formed in the insert, their individual elasticities being greater than that of the base body. | 04-29-2010 |
20110034848 | COMPRESSION BANDAGE FOR MAMMALS, IN PARTICULAR FOR HORSES - The present invention relates to a compression bandage for mammals, in particular for horses, comprising a tubular bandage ( | 02-10-2011 |
20110077573 | Protective Wraps and Methods of Animal Wound Care - A wound wrap system for an animal features a flexible wrap with a cover layer and an absorbent liner layer. Flexible straps at one or both side edges of the wrap are used in belt-like connections to loop around a body part of the animal to secure the absorbent material of the wrap over a wounded area of the body part. In embodiments for use on an animal's torso or front leg, an additional strap arrangement at an end edge lies perpendicular to the other straps when the wrap and straps are laid out flat and is extendable in a connection across a back of the animal's neck in use of the wrap. Absorbent pads or inserts are selectively securable against the wrap's liner for use in early stages of wound recovery, where leakage is more prominent, and subsequently removable for later healing stages. All components are washable for re-use. | 03-31-2011 |
20120010550 | TUBULAR COMPRESSIVE DEVICE AND METHODS OF USE RELATING TO SAME - A lightweight, flexible, aerating, compressive, thermal material. Perforations allow the treatment area to aerate. Thermal capacity of the invention allows for hot or cold treatment in a manner that compressively supports the object undergoing thermal treatment while maintaining maximum mobility. The material is made from an elastomer such as polyurethane with the addition of silicon and vegetable oil. Resin is used to color the product. | 01-12-2012 |
20120191028 | VETERINARY DRESSING SOCK - A veterinary dressing sock for positioning and holding a medical dressing on a wound site located on the foot of a pet providing both protection for the foot as well as breathability and moisture control at the wound site. | 07-26-2012 |
20120277649 | KNEE JOINT SUPPORTER - A knee joint supporter which can improve the stability of the knee joint, reduce the wearer's fatigue and reduce the load on the patellar tendon includes a first anchor section formed by wrapping one end of a tubular knitted fabric around the wearer's thigh to tighten it with the fabric, a second anchor section formed by wrapping the other end of the fabric around the wearer's lower thigh to tighten it with the fabric, and a substantially U-shaped knitted supporting section joined to the first anchor section, covering the wearer's patella region and thus supporting the wearer's patella. In the circumferential direction of the fabric, the stretch resistance of the two anchor parts are larger than the stretch resistance of a base fabric section. In the length width direction of the fabric, the stretch resistance of the supporting section is larger than the stretch resistance of the base fabric section. | 11-01-2012 |
20140058311 | COMPRESSION FOOT GARMENT, AND THERAPEUTIC METHOD FOR REDUCING HEEL PAIN - A compression foot garment is integrally knit of a body yarn, and adapted for wear on a foot of a user. The foot garment incorporates first and second high compression zones, and a compression release zone between the high compression zones. The first high compression zone is adapted for applying substantially circumferential compression to the foot below the plantar fascia between the calcaneus and metatarso-phalangeal joints and generally around the midfoot. The second high compression zone is adapted for applying substantially circumferential compression to the foot above the calcaneus and generally around an ankle of the user. The first and second high compression zones may comprise elastic yarns integrated with the body yarn. The compression release zone is adapted for applying reduced compression to the foot in an area between the first and second high compression zones. | 02-27-2014 |
20160038346 | THERAPEUTIC MEDICAL COMPRESSION GARMENT AND METHOD - A therapeutic medical garment including a knitted welt proximate one end thereof with a surface adapted for residing against the wearer's skin. The garment includes a ground yarn and a plurality of raised, skin-engaging stabilizer elements, such as elongate bars extending in spaced-apart relation around an inner surface of the welt and along a longitudinal axis of the garment to reduce a tendency of the welt to roll over on itself. | 02-11-2016 |
20160081840 | COMPRESSION FOOT GARMENT, AND THERAPEUTIC METHOD FOR REDUCING HEEL PAIN - A compression foot garment is integrally knit of a body yarn, and adapted for wear on a foot of a user. The foot garment incorporates first and second high compression zones, and a compression release zone between the high compression zones. The first high compression zone is adapted for applying substantially circumferential compression to the foot below the plantar fascia between the calcaneus and metatarso-phalangeal joints and generally around the midfoot. The second high compression zone is adapted for applying substantially circumferential compression to the foot above the calcaneus and generally around an ankle of the user. The first and second high compression zones may comprise elastic yarns integrated with the body yarn. The compression release zone is adapted for applying reduced compression to the foot in an area between the first and second high compression zones. | 03-24-2016 |
20160100988 | THERAPEUTIC COMPRESSION GARMENT AND METHOD OF APPLYING THE GARMENT - A therapeutic compression wrap is provided, comprising: a first front foam panel having inside and outside surfaces and configured to cover a front portion of at least part of a patient's limb; loop closure material stretched over and secured to the outside surface of the first front foam panel; a first back foam panel having inside and outside surfaces and configured to cover a back portion of the at least part of the limb; fabric stretched over and secured to the outside surface of the first back foam panel; and first hook closure material secured to side edges of the inside surface of the back foam panel, the first hook closure material matable with the loop closure material whereby the back foam panel is securable to the front foam panel. | 04-14-2016 |
20160128859 | FOREARM AND WRIST SUPPORT SLEEVE - A wrist and forearm sleeve is adjustable to provide varying amounts of compression and support at different positions along the wrist and forearm. Among other things, the sleeve might include an elastic internal sleeve, an adjustable cuff, and an adjustable sheath. In addition, a method of supporting a wrist and forearm includes donning the wrist and forearm sleeve. | 05-12-2016 |
602065000 | Ankle | 5 |
20090005717 | Ankle Joint Bandage - An ankle bandage ( | 01-01-2009 |
20090018482 | Sock - The invention relates to a sock, especially for use in sports activities. Said sock consists of a shaft and a foot part having a toe and a heel area and a contact area between the toe and heel area, and is provided with a bandage. Said bandage ( | 01-15-2009 |
20100036306 | Support Device for a Joint - Support devices for joints of the human body are disclosed. A support device for an ankle includes a main body having a medial portion and a lateral portion disposed about the ankle, and an interior surface; at least one of a medial support member disposed in a cavity in the medial portion of said main body and a lateral support member disposed in a cavity in the lateral portion of said main body; a strap disposed on a proximal portion of said main body, said strap having fastening means adapted to create a first level of pressure in the front of the lower leg immediately proximal to the ankle and a second level of pressure in the rear of the lower leg immediately proximal to the ankle; and one or more proprioceptive members disposed on the interior surface of said main body. | 02-11-2010 |
20160051413 | WOUND CARE FOOT WRAP - Anti-microbial wound care foot wraps, which are wrapped around the foot and/or lower leg of a patient, and outer dressings are disclosed. | 02-25-2016 |
20160143788 | Ankle Blister Prevention Sleeve - In accordance with one embodiment an ankle blister prevention sleeve comprises a sleeve of elastic material with a contour to reduce the pressure applied to the calcaneus protrusion of the heel of the foot. The ankle blister prevention sleeve provides a means of protecting the skin of the foot from repetitive abrasion and subsequent blisters. | 05-26-2016 |
602066000 | Arch | 3 |
20120035522 | ARCH STRAP AND METHOD FOR TREATING HEEL PAIN - There is provided an arch strap suitable for the treatment of pain in a patient's heel, such as plantar fasciitis, posterior tibial tendonitis and capsulitis of the foot. The arch strap comprises a first portion serving as a pad, shaped and sized to fit under the arch beneath a patient's foot along the lateral portion of the foot from the fifth metatarsal head to the back of the heel and extending upwardly along one side of the patient's foot to the medial portion of the foot. The first portion is preferably adhesively attached to the arch of the foot and provides support and stability to the foot when properly positioned on a patient. There is an elongated strip having a first end attached to one side of the first portion and extending around the patient's heel and positioned in the medial portion of the foot where it adhesively attaches to the foot. The elongated strip is preferably an adhesive elastic tape such as Elastoplast® elastic adhesive bandage. The elongated strip serves to keep the first portion in place and to provide support in the patient's heel to relieve pain. There is also provided a method for using the heel pain strap. | 02-09-2012 |
20150359682 | BAREFOOT ORTHOTIC - A barefoot orthotic is a foot support that adheres to the underside of a user's foot and is placed so that it extends longitudinally between the metatarsal head region and the calcaneal plantar tuberosity, and laterally between the lateral midfoot and the medial arch. By using a silicone polymer or other similar material, a barefoot orthotic can self-adhere to the skin of a user's foot. A barefoot orthotic can have a midfoot strike zone surrounding the forward portion of the calcaneal plantar tuberosity, a navicular support, a medial arch support, a forefoot propulsion pad, a lateral forefoot support, a lateral midfoot support, a cuboid support flange, a lateral heel support, and a balance rail extending longitudinally from the midfoot strike zone to the forefoot propulsion pad. Together, these components work to support and align the foot and thereby alleviate symptoms of various foot and leg conditions. | 12-17-2015 |
20160166419 | WEARABLE FOOT GARMENT | 06-16-2016 |
602067000 | Perineal support | 17 |
20090171259 | Abdominal Compression - A post-operative compression garment ( | 07-02-2009 |
20090254017 | COMPRESSION GARMENT - A compression garment comprising panels of elasticised fabric joined by seams of flat lock stitching to define, when worn, specific areas of compression, areas of compression being:
| 10-08-2009 |
20120253256 | Undergarment for hernia relief and other purposes - A brief style elastic undergarment designed for the particular needs of a portly person having an enlarged abdomen. The undergarment is constructed of elastic spandex material and has a high cut back and a low cut front so the waistband traverses the torso passing across the small of the back thence under the abdomen. The undergarment further comprising an auxiliary elastic waistband specifically intended to hold abdominal hernias in, and an attached supporting undershirt. Thus the elastic in the briefs and the auxiliary band press small hernias back into the abdominal cavity. For use by males, there is a hole through which the penis and scrotum project to avoid being compressed and allowing a snug, pressure fit across the front. The garment may be used as sleepwear and athletic wear. | 10-04-2012 |
20160000594 | ERGONOMIC PROTECTIVE SHELL DEVICE OF THE PERINEAL ORTHOSIS TYPE - The ergonomic protective shell device of the orthosis type includes a structure provided with a front end and a rear end. The structure has a shape widening from the front end to the rear end and is symmetrical along a longitudinal vertical median plane. The structure includes at least one cavity extending from one to the other of the ends. The cavity follows the widening shape and includes a narrowing in the area of the widened rear end. There are rigid support zones formed in the area of the widened rear end on each side of the narrowing of the cavity. | 01-07-2016 |
602070000 | Suspensory | 13 |
20080262404 | Gantry jockstrap - An undergarment for men providing an improved method of support for male genitalia during physical activity. The design comprises a wider pouch, a lowered V-waistband and a unique cross over sewing pattern for the leg straps which provide increased support and comfort for the wearer especially during activity. All parts of the design are made using a single type of cotton-lycra or microfiber fabric. | 10-23-2008 |
20090216171 | Scrotal support garment - The scrotal support garment includes a fabric material that forms a cup to support a wearer's scrotal sack and contents thereof. The cup has a wide upper end that tapers to a narrow lower end. An elongated thong extends from the lower end of the cup. In one embodiment, the thong bifurcates to form left and right shoulder straps that are unitary members extending to opposite sides of the upper end of the cup. In another embodiment, the thong bifurcates to form a first portion of left and right shoulder straps. Elongated second portions of the left and right shoulder straps extend from opposite sides of the cup. The first and second portions are joined by adjustment straps or releasable fasteners, such as buckles, so that the length of the shoulder straps is adjustable. | 08-27-2009 |
20110009794 | APPARATUS FOR USE WITH A PROTECTIVE CUP - An apparatus for use with a protective cup is disclosed. The apparatus includes a plurality of support members which may position the protective cup in a preferred position relative to a user's body, and secure the protective cup in the preferred position. The plurality of support members may connect to the protective cup or a protective support configured to receive the protective cup. The apparatus may be configured to protect the user's groin region, such as the user's crotch area, pubic bone and genitals. The apparatus may also be configured to protect the user's buttocks or legs, such as the user's hips, thighs, shins or knees. | 01-13-2011 |
20140100505 | JOCKSTRAP UNDERWEAR OR UNDERPANTS WITH ADJUSTABLE ELASTIC BAND - Utility model of men underwear, which comprises, two symmetrical portions with the shell or bag jockstrap which has a bulge or lifting, wherein said jockstrap is framed by a elastic band, supporting the male genitals, its formed by two symmetrical sections that form a summit or apex with projecting upwards two sides, and with a triangular or trapezoidal form based on the convex arch, together determine the framed jockstrap, which is joined with the waistband, made of elastic band. Here include two frontal portions projected outward and limited by the bottom, where leg covered in the part where is joined, by the waistband in band-shape, thus forming an integral garment. Mentioned above seams will carry elastic bands or ribbons and underpants, symmetrically placed in strategic places, a perfect fit giving a proportionate appearance to the wearer comprise both in its back and frontal part, various modalities. | 04-10-2014 |
20150094639 | APPARATUS FOR USE WITH A PROTECTIVE CUP - An apparatus for use with a protective cup is disclosed. The apparatus includes a plurality of support members which may position the protective cup in a preferred position relative to a user's body, and secure the protective cup in the preferred position. The plurality of support members may connect to the protective cup or a protective support configured to receive the protective cup. The apparatus may be configured to protect the user's groin region, such as the user's crotch area, pubic bone and genitals. The apparatus may also be configured to protect the user's buttocks or legs, such as the user's hips, thighs, shins or knees. | 04-02-2015 |
20150342776 | Adjustable Supporter - Aspects of the present invention pertain to men's apparel, and specifically, men's undergarments. Aspects of the present invention pertain to an adjustable supporter. | 12-03-2015 |
20160166423 | Support Device for Male Genitalia | 06-16-2016 |
602072000 | With rigid cup | 6 |
20090171260 | ATHLETIC PROTECTIVE DEVICE - Embodiments of the invention relate to an athletic cup to direct forces away from soft tissue. In an embodiment, the athletic cup has a convex structure to direct a force associated with an impact to the athletic cup to a pelvic bone of a wearer and away from soft tissue of the wearer. In one embodiment, the athletic cup directs the force of an impact away from a penis, a scrotum, and a perineum of a wearer. | 07-02-2009 |
20120172780 | SCROTAL SUPPORT GARMENT - The scrotal support garment includes a fabric material that forms a cup to support a wearer's scrotal sack and contents thereof. The cup has a wide upper end that tapers to a narrow lower end. The cup has at least one opening defined therein. An elongated thong extends from the lower end of the cup. The thong may be sewn to or bifurcate from the left and right shoulder straps. Elongated frontal straps extend from opposite sides of the cup. The shoulder straps and the frontal straps are joined by shoulder adjusters that provide height adjustment of the cup for comfortable support of a swollen or otherwise diseased scrotal sack. | 07-05-2012 |
20130178780 | PROTECTIVE CUP - A protective cup comprises: a molded cup-shaped main body having a peripheral edge, upper and lower segments, and an intermediate transition segment interconnecting the upper and lower segments, the peripheral edge having top and bottom sides, the upper segment extending curvedly from the top side of the peripheral edge to the intermediate transition segment, the lower segment extending curvedly from the intermediate transition segment to the bottom side of the peripheral edge, the lower segment having a wall thickness less than that of the upper segment; and an elastic pad body having a loop-shaped lip connected to the peripheral edge of the cup-shaped main body. | 07-11-2013 |
20140058312 | GARMENT WITH INTEGRAL SUPPORT SYSTEM - An article of apparel, including a garment such as underwear, boxers, or briefs is provided that has an integral support system. The garment is configured to provide improved genital support while the wearer exercises, plays sports, or engages in a physical activity. The garment includes a portion configured as an article of clothing such as underwear, for example, made of cotton and spandex/elastane material, and includes a support pouch, a wide waistband, support straps slidingly disposed through retaining means, and other supportive features. Use of the garment can eliminate the need for the user to wear multiple support layers or uncomfortable compression underwear in order to gain adequate support while exercising, playing sports, or engaging in other physical activities. | 02-27-2014 |
20140276325 | CLOTHING ARTICLE WITH PROTECTIVE CUP - An article of clothing including a protective cup for protecting the groin area of a user. The article includes an upper portion having a front and a rear, and an interior and an exterior, for receiving the waist of the user. A cup sleeve having an apical portion is disposed in the interior of the upper portion while partially secured to the front of the upper portion with the apical portion extending free from the front of the upper portion. A securing member optionally extends from the apical portion to the rear of the upper portion. | 09-18-2014 |
20150018744 | ATHLETIC PROTECTOR SYSTEM - An athletic protector system includes a protective cup, a pre-conformed cooling liner, and an outer rim. The protective cup includes a base with a peripheral rim. The protective cup is configured to receive and secure the cooling liner and the outer rim thereto. The cooling liner includes a peripheral edge. The peripheral edge is configured to generally match a contour of at least a portion of the peripheral rim and is further configured to be coupled to the peripheral rim. The outer rim is configured to generally match the contour of at least a portion of the peripheral rim and is further configured to be coupled to the peripheral rim. | 01-15-2015 |